{"id":6278,"date":"2024-03-08T20:00:44","date_gmt":"2024-03-08T20:00:44","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/localhost:10015\/?p=6278"},"modified":"2024-03-08T20:01:06","modified_gmt":"2024-03-08T20:01:06","slug":"the-fairy-village-at-blessington-street-basin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/localhost:10015\/the-fairy-village-at-blessington-street-basin\/","title":{"rendered":"THE FAIRY VILLAGE AT BLESSINGTON STREET BASIN"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>HAS UNDERGONE MUCH REDEVELOPMENT SINCE MY LAST VISIT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-vivid-purple-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-vivid-purple-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>In case you are worried that photographing the fairies and their homes could bring me bad luck you need not be concerned as I asked for and got their permission but they did not, themselves, want to be photographed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-vivid-purple-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-vivid-purple-background-color has-background is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"alignnormal\"><div id=\"metaslider-id-6270\" style=\"width: 100%; margin: 0 auto;\" class=\"ml-slider-3-70-2 metaslider metaslider-flex metaslider-6270 ml-slider ms-theme-default nav-hidden\" role=\"region\" aria-roledescription=\"Slideshow\" aria-label=\"THE FAIRY VILLAGE AT BLESSINGTON STREET BASIN [THERE HAS UNDERGONE MUCH REDEVELOPMENT SINCE MY LAST VISIT]\">\n    <div id=\"metaslider_container_6270\">\n        <div id=\"metaslider_6270\">\n            <ul aria-live=\"polite\" class=\"slides\">\n                <li style=\"display: block; width: 100%;\" class=\"slide-6274 ms-image \" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" aria-label=\"slide-6274\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"http:\/\/localhost:10015\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/THE-FAIRY-VILLAGE-AT-BLESSINGTON-STREET-BASIN-HAS-UNDERGONE-MUCH-REDEVELOPMENT-SINCE-MY-LAST-VISIT-229366-1-1422x1067.jpg\" height=\"1200\" width=\"1600\" alt=\"THE FAIRY VILLAGE AT BLESSINGTON STREET BASIN [HAS UNDERGONE MUCH REDEVELOPMENT SINCE MY LAST VISIT]-229366-1\" class=\"slider-6270 slide-6274 lazyload\" title=\"THE FAIRY VILLAGE AT BLESSINGTON STREET BASIN [HAS UNDERGONE MUCH REDEVELOPMENT SINCE MY LAST VISIT]-229366-1\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 1600px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 1600\/1200;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/localhost:10015\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/THE-FAIRY-VILLAGE-AT-BLESSINGTON-STREET-BASIN-HAS-UNDERGONE-MUCH-REDEVELOPMENT-SINCE-MY-LAST-VISIT-229366-1-1422x1067.jpg\" height=\"1200\" width=\"1600\" alt=\"THE FAIRY VILLAGE AT BLESSINGTON STREET BASIN [HAS UNDERGONE MUCH REDEVELOPMENT SINCE MY LAST VISIT]-229366-1\" class=\"slider-6270 slide-6274\" title=\"THE FAIRY VILLAGE AT BLESSINGTON STREET BASIN [HAS UNDERGONE MUCH REDEVELOPMENT SINCE MY LAST VISIT]-229366-1\" \/><\/noscript><\/li>\n            <\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n        \n    <\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-vivid-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-2c9d18a2854ff532ed9325c4a73d2eab\"><strong>What makes fairies in Irish mythology and folklore unique:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Not the Disney Version<\/strong><br>Irish fairies (sometimes referred to as the Sidhe or Aos S\u00ed) are far from the tiny, winged, benevolent creatures of Disney films. They are complex beings with their own society, motivations, and potential for both good and mischief.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>A Blend of Traditions<\/strong><br>Irish fairy lore interweaves pre-Christian Celtic beliefs with later Christian influences, creating a unique blend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Tuatha D\u00e9 Danann<\/strong>: Ancient Celtic deities were often diminished in stature over time, becoming associated with the fairy folk. They are seen as powerful, otherworldly beings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Fallen Angels<\/strong>: Some Christian interpretations cast fairies as angels who remained neutral in the conflict between God and Lucifer. They live in a world between heaven and hell.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-vivid-purple-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\"><strong>Neither Human nor Divine<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-background-color has-background has-medium-font-size\"><strong><br><\/strong>Fairies are not considered gods, nor are they exactly human. They inhabit a liminal space, a parallel world that intersects with our own. They can be both beautiful and terrible, and their motivations are often ambiguous.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-vivid-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-a4c39b9ab09bea920366b423ebd6ac6e\"><strong>Powers and Abilities<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Irish fairies possess a range of otherworldly powers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Shapeshifting:<\/strong> They can transform into animals or appear in various guises.<br><strong>Glamour:<\/strong> The ability to create illusions or alter perceptions of reality.<br><strong>Abductions:<\/strong> Stories abound of fairies stealing away humans, especially children. This gave rise to the concept of &#8216;changelings&#8217;.<br><strong>Time Distortion<\/strong>: Time flows differently in the fairy realm. A visitor might return to find years or even centuries have passed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-vivid-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-7c1719f029f99ab6b0f46e0c09d04851\"><strong>Types of Irish Fairies<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I<strong>rish folklore features a diverse range of fairies:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Leprechauns<\/strong>: Solitary cobblers, known for their gold and trickery.<br><strong>Banshees:<\/strong> Female spirits whose wailing foretells death.<br><strong>Pooka<\/strong>: Mischievous shapeshifters, often appearing as animals.<br><strong>The Sluagh<\/strong>: Restless spirits of the dead who fly through the night.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-vivid-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-2ede0ae22150156a7be0dee021fda160\">I<strong>nteractions with Humans:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br>The relationship between fairies and humans is fraught with danger and potential for both blessing and curse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Respect<\/strong>: Treat fairies with respect and avoid disturbing their places (like fairy forts) to avoid misfortune.<br><strong>Offerings<\/strong>: Leave offerings of food or drink to potentially appease them.<br><strong>Bargains<\/strong>: Be very cautious when striking bargains with fairies, as they are known for twisting words and unforeseen consequences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-black-color has-vivid-purple-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color has-medium-font-size wp-elements-d65addf458435a4d09781ed22920a781\"><strong>Overall Uniqueness<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The uniqueness of Irish fairies lies in their complexity, their connection to the land and ancient beliefs, and the ever-present tension between their beauty and potential for danger. 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